👉 Hydrotomy is a surgical procedure that involves inserting a catheter or other device into the urinary system to collect urine. This procedure is commonly used in patients who have difficulty with urination, such as those with chronic kidney disease (CKD) or severe urinary tract infections (UTIs). During a hydrotomy, a catheter is inserted through a small incision made on the surface of the skin and into the bladder. The catheter collects urine from the bladder and then passes